Iconoclasts Collection

2nd Council of Nicaea
THE SECOND COUNCIL OF NICAEA, called to deal with the problem of iconoclasts

Les Iconoclastes, a Anvers, en 1566 (engraving)
3645840 Les Iconoclastes, a Anvers, en 1566 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Les Iconoclastes, a Anvers, en 1566)

Revolt in Ravenna over iconoclasm, 727 (engraving)
5229143 Revolt in Ravenna over iconoclasm, 727 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Revolt in Ravenna over iconoclasm, 727)

Puritan iconoclasts burning a crucifix taken from a church on the road to Norwich, Norfolk, 17th Century (engraving)
6029804 Puritan iconoclasts burning a crucifix taken from a church on the road to Norwich, Norfolk, 17th Century (engraving) by English School

The Iconoclasts at Basle burning images and idols, illustration from
621396 The Iconoclasts at Basle burning images and idols, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

The Iconoclasts destroying the images and altar decorations of a Roman Catholic Church
619719 The Iconoclasts destroying the images and altar decorations of a Roman Catholic Church, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

New York patriots pull down the statue of George III at Bowling Green, 9th July 1776
PNP328622 New York patriots pull down the statue of George III at Bowling Green, 9th July 1776, 1854 (colour litho) by Walcutt

Byzantine iconoclasm, 8th Century (engraving)
3647188 Byzantine iconoclasm, 8th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Byzantine iconoclasm, 8th Century)

New York rebels pull down the statue of the hated George III of England (litho)
PNP328619 New York rebels pull down the statue of the hated George III of England (litho) by American School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Soldiers destroy religious images in a church; English and Scottish soldiers embrace
3744608 Soldiers destroy religious images in a church; English and Scottish soldiers embrace, 1642 (etching) by Hollar, Wenceslaus (1607-77); Private Collection; (add.info)

Iconoclasts (engraving)
1044099 Iconoclasts (engraving) by Macquoid, Percy (1852-1925); Private Collection; (add.info.: Iconoclasts. Illustration for The Graphic)

Martin Luther restrains the iconoclasts at Wittenberg (engraving)
3647749 Martin Luther restrains the iconoclasts at Wittenberg (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info)

Protestants destroying a statue of the Virgin and Child on Notre Dame, Paris, 16th Century (engraving)
3647425 Protestants destroying a statue of the Virgin and Child on Notre Dame, Paris, 16th Century (engraving) by Neuville

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Iconoclasts destroy religious images in the Byzantine Empire

Calvinists destroying statues in the Catholic Churches, 1566 (engraving)
XJF105369 Calvinists destroying statues in the Catholic Churches, 1566 (engraving) by Flemish School, (16th century); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

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Iconoclasts have long been a force of rebellion and defiance throughout history, challenging the established order and breaking free from societal norms. From the 2nd Council of Nicaea to the Earl of Stafford's beheading on Tower Hill, their actions have left an indelible mark on our collective memory. In 1566, "Les Iconoclastes" in Anvers captured the spirit of these rebels through an engraving that depicted their fervent opposition to religious icons. Similarly, an engraving depicting the revolt in Ravenna over iconoclasm in 727 showcased their determination to dismantle symbols they deemed idolatrous. The Puritan iconoclasts of the 17th century took their resistance even further by burning a crucifix taken from a church on the road to Norwich. Their fiery act demonstrated both their disdain for Catholicism and their unwavering commitment to reform. Basle became another battleground for iconoclasm as illustrated by images showing The Iconoclasts burning idols and images within Roman Catholic churches. This visual representation highlighted not only their destructive tendencies but also served as a powerful statement against what they perceived as false worship. Across the Atlantic Ocean, New York patriots joined this legacy when they pulled down George III's statue at Bowling Green on July 9th, 1776. This act symbolized their rejection of British tyranny and marked a pivotal moment in America's fight for independence. Not limited solely to religious targets, Cheapside Cross met its demise at the hands of these rebellious forces who burned The Book of Sports atop its ruins. Their destruction knew no bounds as they sought to eradicate any remnants that upheld traditional authority or challenged individual freedoms. But amidst all this destruction lay moments where unity prevailed over division; English and Scottish soldiers embracing while destroying religious images in a church exemplified how shared beliefs could bridge gaps between warring factions.